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annual Chrysanthemums, Freesias, pansies etc., vied with each 

 other in producing a dainty, airy effect. This exhibit won the 

 gold medal offered by the Garden Club of America for the best 

 exhibit in the Show. 



On the opposite side was the garden of Mrs. Payne Whitney 

 (George Ferguson, gardener) with a central bed of Primula 

 malacoides, surrounded by a pathway. On the outside was a 

 charming border of Dicentia spectabilis, Spireas, Roman hya- 

 cinths. Tulips and Daffodils, against masses of Rhododendrons, 

 Azaleas and other taller growing plants. 



The four garden groups on the main floor were the centre of 

 interest to most people and they certainly showed evidence of 

 the most careful thought and preparation. 



The garden of John Scheepers, Inc., which carried off the 

 first prize, was the most striking in design, being laid out in 

 strictly formal style. Tall Cedar trees of irregular height formed 

 a sombre background which was lightened by the airy branches 

 of shrubs such as flowering cherries, Forsythia, lilac, etc., placed 

 between, while a low hedge around the avenue sides permitted 

 a good view of the garden. A small pool with a fountain formed 

 the centre of the lawn, at the four corners of which were placed 

 four small Irish Yew trees, and in each corner of the lawn was a 

 large bed of blue hyacinths with smaller beds of yellow tulips 

 between, forming a most pleasing color contrast. A walk of 

 white pebbles separated this lawn from the outside border of 

 Darwin tulips exquisitely arranged to shade into each other. 

 Four box trees marked the corners, while a stone seat and 

 statue added to the restful and dignified appearance of the 

 garden. 



The garden of F. R. Pierson,Tarrytown, N. Y., was of an en- 

 tirely different type. It featured not only a garden, but the 

 house to which the garden belonged, with all its accessories, 

 leaving practically nothing lacking to complete a perfect picture. 

 This was accomplished by the use of a painted background from 

 which the garden sloped gently toward the observer. The base 

 planting around the house was admirably done. Andromeda 

 floribunda and lilac were used, shaded by charming little Silver 

 birches just coming into their Spring foliage. A dainty little 



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